All articles tagged with #department of homeland security
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Washington Post
The Trump administration has temporarily halted all immigration applications from 19 high-risk countries, including Afghanistan, Myanmar, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Venezuela, following a security incident involving an Afghan national.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Politico
A judge in DC has limited the use of warrantless immigration arrests by the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing that such arrests require probable cause and criticizing DHS officials' public statements suggesting a lower standard of suspicion.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
The ICE is struggling to efficiently hire 10,000 deportation officers due to logistical issues, inadequate vetting, and rapid onboarding processes, despite significant funding and a high volume of applicants, leading to concerns about the quality and readiness of new recruits.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by businessinsider.com
The Department of Homeland Security is purchasing two Gulfstream G700 jets for over $170 million to replace older planes, aiming to enhance safety and mission readiness, with the jets featuring luxurious interiors and advanced communication equipment, though the purchase has faced political criticism.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Houston Public Media
Several Texas airports, including Dallas, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi, are not displaying a government video blaming Democrats for the shutdown, citing their advertising policies that prohibit political content; other major airports nationwide are also not showing the video amid ongoing travel disruptions caused by the shutdown.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
The Trump administration plans to deploy 100 National Guard troops to Illinois over the objections of state officials, including Governor JB Pritzker, amid tensions over immigration enforcement and federal crackdowns in Chicago, with local leaders criticizing the move as unnecessary and potentially fear-inducing.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Axios
The House Oversight Committee's top Democrat is investigating Corey Lewandowski, a former Trump aide and current temporary DHS employee, for potential violations of financial disclosure laws and conflicts of interest, requesting his financial records and work details to ensure transparency and accountability.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The IRS commissioner Billy Long was dismissed after a brief tenure due to conflicts with the White House over sharing taxpayer data to locate undocumented immigrants, highlighting tensions between federal agencies and immigration enforcement efforts, despite undocumented immigrants paying significant taxes.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
Ken Pagurek, head of FEMA's Urban Search and Rescue, resigned due to frustrations over DHS policies that delayed disaster response efforts during Texas floods, citing new approval hurdles and financial oversight issues.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by wchstv.com
Two West Michigan counties, Kent and Kalamazoo, were listed as sanctuary jurisdictions by the DHS despite denying such status, highlighting tensions over federal immigration enforcement and potential impacts on federal funding.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Democratic lawmakers who previously pushed for the impeachment of former President Donald Trump faced a different outcome as the Senate rejected articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The first article alleged Mayorkas' refusal to comply with the law regarding the southern border, while the second claimed a breach of public trust. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer declared the articles unconstitutional, leading to their rejection in party-line votes. This decision sparked contrasting reactions from Democrats, who criticized the impeachment as a political distraction, while Republicans argued for a full impeachment trial.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Senate Democrats' decision to quash the impeachment trial of DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has raised questions about the constitutional authority of their actions, with experts arguing that the Senate does not have the power to rule on the impeachability of charges approved by the House. This unprecedented move has sparked debate among legal scholars, with some warning that it sets a concerning precedent and could have political ramifications in the future, particularly if Republicans regain control. The decision has been criticized for denying the public a hearing on Biden's border policies and is seen as a political calculation by Democrats to avoid a trial that could put them on record acquitting Mayorkas and endorsing the administration's immigration policies.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Major 911 outages in Nebraska, Nevada, South Dakota, and Texas left millions unable to contact authorities, with service restored by late evening; the cause of the outages is still under investigation, but they come after a Department of Homeland Security warning of heightened cyberattack risks on 911 services; local law enforcement agencies provided alternative phone numbers and urged the use of mobile devices during the outages, with texting to 911 operating as an option in some locations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Forty-three Republican senators signed a letter demanding an impeachment trial for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, while six GOP senators, including Mitt Romney and Susan Collins, did not sign. Some senators, such as Rand Paul, have expressed doubts about the validity of the impeachment, citing concerns about setting a precedent for frequent impeachments. The articles of impeachment are expected to be delivered to the Senate next week, with some Republicans expressing concerns that the Democrat-controlled chamber could kill off the trial before it begins.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
More than 40 Senate Republicans, led by Sen. Lindsey Graham, are calling for a full impeachment trial for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and have sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer demanding that the Senate uphold its constitutional responsibility. They are concerned that Democrats may seek to table the trial, effectively killing it, and are prepared to potentially hold up all legislative business in the Senate if a full trial is not allowed to proceed. Schumer has not indicated the caucus's plans regarding the impeachment trial proceedings.